Mediation

Mediation Attorney in Clearwater, FL

Skilled, Trained Professionals Save You Time & Expense

Most Florida divorce cases undergo some form of mediation. In Clearwater
and Tampa, court dockets are very crowded. Divorces proceed more efficiently
when spouses have reached agreement on as many ancillary issues as possible
before their first day in court. The Law Offices of K. Dean Kantaras,
P.A. helps with divorce mediation in Clearwater and throughout the region.

How Florida Divorce Mediation Works

Divorce mediation is used to avoid courtroom battles. Although participation
is usually voluntary, a judge can order mediation as an alternative to
a court hearing. The process allows spouses and their attorneys to meet
and iron out solutions to all issues related to the dissolution of marriage, such as
child custody and
support,
alimony, and the
division of property.

A mediator, who does not represent either party, presides over the meeting
and facilitates the discussion. At the conclusion of mediation, the parties
compile a divorce settlement agreement, which they present to a judge
for approval, making it legally binding. If the mediated agreement is
complete, the courtroom process is just a quick administrative session.
If spouses are still conflicted on one or more issues, those are held
over for trial.

The Benefits of Mediation in Florida Divorce Cases

One obvious reason for divorce mediation is cost-the less time you spend
in courtroom litigation, the greater your chance of saving money.

Other benefits include:

It takes the final decision-making power away from the judge and gives
it to the spouses

It requires cooperation, which can prepare spouses to work well together
on parenting issues after the divorce

It is confidential, as opposed to a court trial where grievances are aired publicly

It can limit the emotional damage to spouses and their children

Much of the success of divorce mediation depends on the ability of both
parties to put their emotional issues to the side so they can negotiate
a fair settlement. Although courtroom divorce proceedings have a reputation
for being contentious, emotionally devastating experiences, settling through
mediation removes much or all of the pain, allowing you both to start
the best possible life for you and your children. Before running into
a courtroom feud, consider the benefits of divorce mediation.

Schedule a Consultation with Our Team Today at (727) 939-6113

Contact our legal team for divorce mediation services in Clearwater. For
a successful mediation process, you need specially trained counsel. K.
Dean Kantaras is board-certified in marital and
family law by the Florida Bar.